CDPHP’s Cromie to step down

Dr. William J. Cromie, president and chief executive of Capital District Physicians’ Health Plan, announced today he will be stepping down due to health reasons.

Cromie advised the CDPHP board that he will be available to help ensure an orderly transition to his successor.

The board has already begun looking for a successor.

“Bill Cromie is a thought leader in the health insurance industry and has led CDPHP to become nationally known for health care quality and innovation,” said John Bennett, chairman of the CDPHP board. “Most importantly, he has assembled a top-notch executive management team that will help him lead this company forward during the CEO recruitment process.

“I know Bill will use the same fight and determination he is known for in leading CDPHP to tackle head-on the health challenges he faces now,” Bennett said.

The company did not specify what health problem caused the sudden announcement.